Grad Week

Míobha Mac Ginty studied Commerce at the University of Galway before joining Accenture

More people are setting up their own businesses – but to succeed you need to be prepared

How to stand out from the crowd and inspire interest from an employer

Soft skills can determine how well employees interact, lead, navigate challenges, and solve problems

Preparing in advance of your first day also helps you be a step ahead.

Continuous professional development (CPD) is an essential part of most careers

Bringing curiosity to the workplace is valuable for both personal and professional growth

In order to find a job and career that makes you happy, it’s vital that graduates think strategically

Transitioning from college to a career can be both exciting and challenging

Critical thinking, analysing of information and ability to solve complex problems are essential skills in the modern world

Emotional intelligence and good mental health are essential factors in fostering the resilience, stress management, and overall well-being of graduates.

There are a number of tips, strategies, and important things to know before you start the job-hunt

Graduates, entrepreneurship and start-up ventures – the world of self-employment

A well-written resume will help make a compelling first impression on potential employers

We look at the top qualities employers look for in their employees

Remote work and hybrid home-office arrangements could soon be a thing of the past as companies make a concerted push for a return to the office.

Interviews can be gruelling for even the most extroverted people

Looking for a job can be a difficult business. We look at how a new graduate might best approach the challenge

If your new job is not working out, don’t fret – you have plenty of options. Here, two career experts share their advice

Leaving college is an exciting time for many students as they are about to embark upon a life path

Knowing your professional worth and understanding parameters around fair pay are vital skills for grads

Many companies claim they are making strides in this area but is it enough?

Soft skills have become crucial success factors in the workplace, says Orla Bannon, director of careers at Trinity College Dublin

A compelling cover letter should complement your CV as opposed to repeating it

From setting boundaries to managing expectations we look at the challenges faced by fresh graduates

Assessment of soft skills increasingly an essential part of the hiring process

Health and wellness programmes can help improve job satisfaction

A selection of top tips you should consider for every step of the job application process

Graduate programmes are a good opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience

Graduates don’t usually have work experience – so what do they need to do to get it?

My Career Path: Kim Au studied Business and Law at UCD before joining KPMG where she is an associate, risk consulting

My Career Path: Business graduate Christina Walsh is working with the Central Bank of Ireland

Where do you start if you really want to change the direction of your career?

What is company culture and does it really mean anything?

My Career Path: Communications student Podge Henry joined the Jameson International Graduate Programme

My Career Path: UCC graduate Max Darby is a data scientist at Musgrave

College careers services can help the transition from third level to the jobs market

How graduates experienced the transition to remote working in the midst of a pandemic

My Career Path: International Business Studies and French graduate Conor Bradley now works for EY

Grad Week 2021: How the class of 2021 can put their best foot forward